On Sunday, September 10, 2023, another giant left us. Eduardo Arenas (Colombia) left his mark on the world through his practice, the fellows he trained, meetings he contributed to, and friends he made. He will be missed.
On August 13, 2023, Dr. Marcelino Rio Torres passed away. For 27 years, he served as the esteemed director of the “Ramón Pando Ferrer” Cuban Institute of Ophthalmology, leaving an indelible mark on the field of medicine and touching the lives of countless individuals.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Francisco Contreras Campos. On July 23, 2023, Dr. Contreras passed away at home surrounded by family. He was an admired educator and true gentleman.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of an icon. On January 16, 2022, Dr. Alice R. McPherson passed away after a short time in hospice care. She was a pioneer, a humanitarian, an educator and a philanthropist, in ophthalmology, in her field of retina, and in the Pan-American. She will be missed.
On September 2, 2022, Dr. Juan Carlos Abad passed away suddenly. He was a friend and supporter of the Pan-American for many years. May he Rest in Peace.
On May 9, 2022, Mr. Tim Sear passed away following a long illness. He was a friend and supporter of the Pan-American for many years. We share some memories from his Pan-American friends.
